Senior Designated Safeguarding Lead – SEND School

The Witherslack Group; Carlton; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction and on-the-job training

Full school holidays

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing tools and support

Medical cover and discounts

Modern working environments

Refer a friend £1,000 bonus

Pension matched up to 5%

Inclusive culture

Job summary

The Witherslack Group is seeking a Designated Safeguarding Lead to join Hinckley House School in Carlton. You will lead safeguarding across the school, liaising with statutory/non-statutory agencies, parents and staff, to ensure wellbeing and protection for children with complex needs.

You will be part of the leadership team, reporting to the Head Teacher, and collaborate with other group locations to enhance knowledge and practice in safeguarding and child protection.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive portfolio of CPD related to Safeguarding and Child Protection.
• Outstanding interpersonal and problem resolution skills.
• A genuinely empathetic approach is also essential
• Full UK driving licence

Responsibilities

• Lead safeguarding within the school and liaise with agencies, parents and staff on wellbeing, child protection and safeguarding.
• Provide support, advice and expertise in safeguarding to the team.
• Collaborate with other Witherslack Group teams across locations to enable progression and development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Empathetic approach

Full UK driving licence

Education

Experience in Designated Safeguarding Lead role (3+ years)

Job description

The Witherslack Group is seeking a Designated Safeguarding Lead to join Hinckley House School in Carlton. You will lead safeguarding across the school, liaising with statutory/non-statutory agencies, parents and staff, to ensure wellbeing and protection for children with complex needs.

You will be part of the leadership team, reporting to the Head Teacher, and collaborate with other group locations to enhance knowledge and practice in safeguarding and child protection.